Earthworks
Risk of Owner Earthworks Some home owners take on the task of organizing the earthworks and their certification themselves, rather than the builder charging for the responsibility. The aim of this is often to reduce building costs, removing these works from the contract with the builder. This in theory sounds fine, until you […]
Bonds and Deposits with Councils
Many Local authorities require building licence applicants to lodge a cash security bond in case of damage to footpaths or other requirements during the construction process. Some councils also require a “performance” bond as some kind of assurance that all building codes and regulations will be complied with, or that landscaping will be completed. The […]
Building Inspections: Existing Homes
In general buyers should arrange the following inspections prior to purchasing an existing home: A building inspection: in order to check for structural problems. A pest inspection: in order to ensure the house is free of termites and pests. There are a number of precautionary steps that you can take to ensure that you are […]